Diving in Sicily

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, separated from Italy by the Strait of Messina. It is one of the five autonomous regions of Italy and, to the eye, is the ball that the Italian boot looks to be kicking. It also has a group of surrounding smaller islands, known as Regione Siciliana.
The coastline is a treat for divers thanks to its endless variety. There are small archipelagos to explore, revealing dazzling marine life, while the underwater scenery is second to none. Not only will you find secret bays and coves to dive, there are cliffs, rocks and stacks all lining up to make your dives more exciting.

A volcanic island crowned by Mount Etna means you can also find volcanic rock on the sea floor, as well as granite and basalt, and with 30m (98ft) visibility you can enjoy the dramatic topography in all its glory. You won’t be short of dive sites here, there are six Marine protected Areas in total, ensuring you have the chance to discover a pristine underwater world and with lots of small islands to explore, many divers opt for a liveaboard trip to make the most of Sicily’s endless variety.

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.